Creative Director, Motion

Thinkingbox

. Lead and inspire a nimble team of motion designers and guide projects with a strong creative direction .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaLead💰 CA$160,000 - CA$175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in motion design with a strong focus on 2D and 3D animation, storytelling, and creative direction. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and engage with clients while maintaining high-quality standards and aligning with brand guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

8+ Years Experience In Motion DesignStrong Proficiency In Cinema 4DMastery Of Adobe SuiteLeadership In Creative DirectionStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Motion Design2D Animation3D AnimationStoryboard CreationStyleframe DevelopmentAnimation Pipeline UnderstandingXParticles KnowledgeMarvelous Designer KnowledgeHoudini KnowledgeFigma Knowledge

Soft Skills

Creative InsightFeedback ProvisionTeam LeadershipSolution-Oriented Approach

Tools & Technologies

Cinema 4DRedshiftAdobe After EffectsAdobe PremiereAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Illustrator

Industry Keywords

Campaign AssetsBrand GuidelinesProject BudgetingResource PlanningClient Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon Redshift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire a nimble team of motion designers and guide projects with a strong creative direction
Be hands-on and demonstrate intention when needed in design or animation
Develop clear storyboards and polished styleframes conveying each campaign’s narrative and aesthetic
Oversee and participate in creating campaign assets, including 2D and 3D animation, aligned with brand guidelines and art direction
Provide clear, actionable feedback to team members, fostering growth and maintaining high-quality work
Engage directly with clients, interpreting their needs and providing creative insights throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with the motion team to adopt processes and workflows suited to each marketing campaign
Contribute to project budgeting and resource planning for efficiency
Work on advertising projects for diverse clients and ensure campaign creative vision aligns with client goals
Report to the Director of Animation

Requirements

What you’ll need

A portfolio showcasing a refined taste in motion design in 2D and 3D across varied marketing and campaign styles
A desire to further your skills driven by your own curiosity
8+ years of experience in a motion design role, with 3+ years in a leadership or senior capacity
Strong proficiency in Cinema 4D and Redshift
Demonstrated ability to create clear storyboards and refined styleframes that align with campaign goals
Mastery of the Adobe Suite (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator) and a thorough understanding of the animation pipeline
Strong design sensibilities, demonstrating the ability to merge aesthetic and technical skills
Working knowledge of XParticles, Marvelous Designer, and/or Houdini is a big plus
Working knowledge of Figma
Strong organizational skills, with a solution-oriented approach to creative and technical challenges

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days
Consistent culture and team-building events
Employee recognition and incentive programs
Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year
Office lunches
Branded company swag
Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non-profit outreaches
Dog-friendly offices
Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks
Flex work and travel options
Comprehensive extended health benefits